loneliness

Geriatrics chief, Dr. Sharon Brangman addresses the concept of "elder orphans," who have no children to care for them as they age. Psychiatrist Hilary Gamble shares the latest on research into loneliness. Toxicologist Michael Hodgman offers precautions about marijuana edibles.

Urologist Hanan Goldberg discusses testicular cancer and its spread. Psychiatrist Hilary Gamble talks about the epidemic of loneliness.

Studies show about 20 million older adults suffer from loneliness, and in central New York, senior centers are stepping up to fight that trend.

A local program is helping parents of young children fight the loneliness epidemic through the power of music.

The U.S. Surgeon General said the country is suffering from an epidemic of loneliness and isolation. Local programs are fighting back to help some of the most high-risk groups.

Dr. Vivek Murthy tells NPR: "The reality is that loneliness is a natural signal that our body gives us, similar to hunger, thirst. And that's how important human connection is."

Taking breaks from news reports and taking care of your body and mind can help combat the loneliness that may develop if you are isolating yourself during…

This hour-long program is about loneliness: what it is, why so many of us feel it, and the surprising toll loneliness takes on our physical and mental…